The ability to put together a team and then to lead that team to high performance will enable to accelerate the career and fulfill the goals faster than ever before. The article explains the leaderships skills and states that leaders are made, not born. One can learn to become a...
Even if a space planner prepares the actual package, the occupant must provide this information. Most facility management departments employ or retain design professionals to provide technical assistance to occupant personnel. These professionals can assist occupants with completing forms, defining the nature of the space problems to be solved, and...
Patient, family and staff amenities are the number one priority. Evidence-based design helps meet their needs and plan for buildings and technologies that will not be in service until 10 years from now. After years of closing beds and laying off workers, many hospitals and medical centers are struggling to...
When the employees know what the organization is about, how to use their technology effectively, how to instill team motivation, and what their empowerment processes are, it lay the groundwork for eliminating organizational indifference. And when the employees care about the organization and are excited about their work, they'll solve...
Article explains a statement “Growth alone, without accompanying change, is not progress.” Sustained positive change is necessary in order to reverse the trend and to cope with the diverse and significant challenges in today's business environment. Indeed, positive change is the foundation of progress. Improvement of production, work methods and...
Many experts will agree that it is essential for facility managers to stay abreast of new developments in office technology. Current trends toward increased dependence on sophisticated technology in the workplace means a number of inherent changes in how we manage our commercial, industrial and institutional facilities. A number of...
Nowadays, industry professionals describe real estate in colorful terminology. This is a growing field, with many owners pursuing green buildings, making energy-efficient and environmentally sound decisions independent of the LEED certification. The article discusses various sidebars w.r.t. this aspect which, have been discussed in detail. To know more, refer to...
It has been seen that comfortable, healthy, and environmentally friendly, sustainable development is more popular now that it meets one additional criteria: affordability. Driven by disparate forces, sustainability is slowly but surely permeating the workplace—but sometimes without the client's complete comprehension. Sustainable development encompasses a range of laudable goals...
Today, builders, owners and property managers are paying close attention to the kind of value they can obtain by implementing energy-efficient strategies. They’re considering everything from water conservation and wind energy to electrical product upgrades and solar panels. The report in the article predicts continued growth in electricity use through...
A growing problem for building owners and managers is the occurrence and recurrence of mold. Mold spores fester indoors and can be found anywhere from low-income tenant apartments to multi-million dollar office suites. Buildings make the perfect breeding ground for mold in that they encapsulate the three necessary elements necessary...
The question often arises: Is there a difference between metal roofing and other products such as asphalt, tile and slate? The answer: There are a number of key differences like weather, looks and material comparisons. Article states that the most valuable benefit of metal roofing is a logistical one. The...
Growing a business takes time, effort and resources. One should not overlook a key partner who can simplify the entire process. Utilities are much more than energy providers. They are uniquely equipped to help companies make faster, smarter and cost-effective location decisions. Growing businesses can easily connect with local utilities...
Plaza construction has been part of the building landscape for quite a few years. Real estate can be used more efficiently when one allows pedestrians and vehicles to utilize the "roof" areas of a below-ground habitable space. This convenience, however, creates an interesting challenge for the design professional, namely, how...
The art of finding the right site to relocate or expand a company is like putting together a giant jigsaw puzzle. An executive must piece together location issues, cost considerations and many more factors in order to solve the puzzle. The site selection consultant market is loosely divided into three...
When it comes to selecting service contractors, not just anyone will do. Contractors can either help or hinder property managers. The right service contractor will ultimately require less of the manager's time, reduce the potential for problems, produce higher quality work, and, most importantly, help control and/or reduce operating expenses....
In this article, one talks about site consultants who share their methodology for helping clients sort out their location options. Moreover, real estate and other decisionmakers increasingly realize that traditional location decision criteria could be confounded by other factors. These were also questions raised by real estate decisionmakers and advisors...
Magnetic fields are an unseen, and potentially costly, factor that facility managers must consider when organizing, renovating, or selecting new office space. Nearly every commercial and industrial building has certain areas with elevated magnetic fields, some high enough to render the space unusable for today's technology, particularly for computers. The...
The report in the article indicates investors can expect solid returns this year in certain property types, such as warehouses in major transportation hubs, offices in established 24-hour markets, apartments and grocery-anchored shopping centers. Property sectors to avoid include most suburban buildings, offices in 9-5 downtowns and development projects. The...
Flexibility, cost control and increased employee retention are just some of the many attributes a corporate campus can deliver, regardless of economic conditions. Many real estate strategists and planners consider it to be the word that best describes the concept of corporate campuses. In a discussion on campuses, it also...
Article asserts that as pressure for a responsible environmental policy increases from local grassroots organizations to the federal government, even greater demands are being placed on property managers and real estate companies as they look to develop sites and construct new commercial and multifamily projects and while property managers try...
